Holiday Apartment in Fram: Waterfalls, History and Wine

Fram showcases protected nature, historic religious buildings, Roman traces and a long wine tradition within a compact thematic area. Paths through the Pohorje forests, waterfalls and evidence of former milling activities add tangible experiences and stories to the character of the village.

Culture and History

One of the prominent buildings is the Church of St. Anne, a neo-Romanesque church. It was built in 1875 on the site of an older castle chapel, on an elevated fortified site above the village. By contrast, only ruins remain of Castle of Fram. They are located in the forest on the hill above the church.

The Chapel of St. Agnes was built in 1843 and restored in 1997. Services continue to be held there on 21 January, the feast day of Saint Agnes. A traditional festival is also part of the annual cycle: Anino žegnanje, the Feast of Saint Anne, takes place in Fram on Anne Sunday in July.

Another historical trace leads to the Roman Spring. In Roman times, it was connected to a water-supply system that transported water to the Roman city of Poetovia, present-day Ptuj. The former importance of water to the area is also reflected in its milling history: once, more than 90 water wheels in Fram powered local mills, sawmills and several oil mills, thereby shaping the character of the village.

Nature and Trails

The Stream of Fram is a protected hydrological natural monument. Its upper course contains a 12-metre-high waterfall. Another waterfall is Slap Skalca. Hiking access to it is indicated from Mariborska koča via 1.2 kilometres and from Reka via 6 kilometres.

The hiking and walking trail Planica nad Framom leads through Pohorje forests and past pastures and meadows and is suitable for children and adults. In addition, the natural-science, cultural-historical and geographical educational trail of Fram Primary School is integrated into marked hiking trails. This educational trail is of interest to tourists and connects its three thematic focuses with the existing network of paths.

Wine and Local Character

Fram was already known for its excellent wines before 1435. Today, the wine-growing area of the Podpohorje Wine Route also includes the surroundings of Fram. For visitors, the route provides for wine tastings together with meals. Thus, the historic wine tradition and a specific culinary offering are among the defining themes around the village.

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Other Places in the Same Destination

For further orientation within the same destination: Hočko Pohorje, Limbuš, Dobrovce, Miklavž na Dravskem Polju, Spodnje Hoče, Pernica, Bresternica, Loka.

For the overarching travel overview: Maribor.